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Dodge Dart Recall 16V113: Engine May Surge Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 16V113, reported February 26, 2016, 1,122 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Dodge Dart vehicles with a 2.0L engine and manual transmission may be missing a backup layer of software in the powertrain control module, which monitors engine torque output. Without this backup, the module may fail to prevent an unintended torque event, where the engine produces power the driver did not request.

An unexpected surge of engine power can cause a loss of vehicle control and increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.

The repair is free. Dealers will update the Engine Control Module software at no cost to you. Owners can also contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403 (recall S10). Check your VIN for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 16V113Chrysler (FCA US LLC)
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Problem
Chrysler (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2016 Dodge Dart vehicles manufactured July 25, 2015, to December 16, 2015 and equipped with a 2.0L engine and a manual transmission. Additionally included are certain 2015 Dodge Dart vehicles similarly equipped and brought in for dealer service between September 15, 2015 and January 12, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the powertrain control module that monitors the engine torque output may be missing a backup layer of software.
Risk
Without a backup layer of software, the control module may fail to prevent an un-commanded torque event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will update the Engine Control Module software, free of charge. The recall began on March 25, 2016. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is S10.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Dodge Dart20152016